Before surgery in September 2004, Karen weighed 325 lbs. Her co-morbidities included diabetes and knee pain. She had to take medications for both conditions. Since having gastric bypass surgery, she no longer needs the medications and says: "I have kept my blood levels in check by diet and exercise.And, with the weight loss, I have much less pain in my knees." She has lost 120 lbs. as of February 2005 and continues to shed the weight.
And, with the weight loss, I have much less pain in my knees." She has lost 120 lbs. as of February 2005 and continues to shed the weight.
